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Women’s Education in India: statistics According to the statistics released by the latest census of 2011, India’s female Literacy rate is 65.46 percent, significantly lower than the world Average of 79.7 percent. China, India’s neighbor and the other global human resource powerhouse, precedes with 82.7 percent female literacy rate. The Right to Education … Read more
Land Reforms in India: A Journey of Transformation and Challenges Land, the bedrock of any nation’s economy and social fabric, has been a subject of intense debate and reform in India since its independence. The legacy of colonial landholding systems, characterized by vast inequalities and exploitative practices, necessitated a radical overhaul to ensure equitable distribution … Read more
Oceanic Resources of India and their potential Oceans are the world’s single largest ecosystem, covering nearly three-fourths of the earth’s surface, thereby providing a massive arena for emerging complex and interconnected development issues such as Climate change, livelihoods, commerce, and security. According to estimates by the Global Ocean Commission, ocean resources contribute five … Read more
Healthcare Facilities in Rural Areas indigenous systems of medicine; drugs and pharmaceuticals. Public Health being a State subject, the primary responsibility to provide improved access to healthcare Services is that of the State Governments. However, under National Health Mission (NHM) financial support is provided to State/UT Governments to strengthen their healthcare systems to provide … Read more
Ghulamgiri (challenged superiority of Brahmins) Jyotiba Phule Tuhfat-ul-Muwahhidin (Gift to Monotheists in Persian) Raja Rammohun Roy Dharma Tritiya Ratna, Ishvara & Life of Shivaji Jyotiba Phule New Lamp for the Old (Series of Articles criticizing Congress) Aurobindo Ghosh Doctrine of Passive Resistance (Articles in Bande Mataram) Aurobindo … Read more
Domestic capital in Economic Development Our economic Growth has been facing headwinds which is primarily cyclical in nature. The policy makers, the regulators and the system are making an honest effort to restore it. Many fiscal and monitory policies have been announced and implemented sincerely. These measures, it is expected, will bring the desired outcome. … Read more
The National Afforestation and Eco-Development Board: A Green Sentinel for India’s Future Introduction India, a land of diverse landscapes and rich biodiversity, faces the pressing challenge of environmental degradation. Deforestation, soil erosion, and climate change threaten the delicate balance of its ecosystems and the well-being of its people. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, the … Read more
The primary energy consumption in India is the third biggest after China and USA with 5.5% global share in 2016.The electricity generation target of conventional sources for the year 2017-18 has been fixed as 1229.400 Billion Unit (BU). i.e. Growth of around 5.97% over actual conventional generation of 1160.141 BU for the previous year (2016-17). The conventional … Read more
Himalayan Research Fellowships Scheme (HRFS): Fostering Research in the Fragile Himalayas The Himalayas, a majestic mountain range spanning across eight countries, are a vital ecosystem for millions of people. They are the source of major rivers, provide essential biodiversity, and offer unique cultural and spiritual significance. However, this fragile ecosystem faces numerous challenges, including climate … Read more
Navigating the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016: A Comprehensive Guide The burgeoning plastic waste crisis has become a global concern, with India facing a particularly acute challenge. Recognizing the urgency, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) introduced the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (PWMR, 2016) to address the issue comprehensively. This article … Read more